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How Effective Is Prednisone In Treating IBS And Diarrhea?
Question: My wife has been prescribed prednisone to help with her IBS diarrhea, she has been diagnosed with microscopic colitis not Crohns could this help her along with the holistic approach via diet that she is currently working on.
Brief Answer:
Yes, prednisone will help control the symptoms by lowering inflammation
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using HCM to post your health query.
I read carefully your question and I understand your concern.
Yes, prednisone will help your wife to lower the inflammation of the bowel and control her diarrhea.
Just be careful when she achieves it, because she needs to taper it down according to her doctor's advice.
Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications.
Otherwise please close and rate the answer.
Regards,
Dr. Papaqako
Yes, prednisone will help control the symptoms by lowering inflammation
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using HCM to post your health query.
I read carefully your question and I understand your concern.
Yes, prednisone will help your wife to lower the inflammation of the bowel and control her diarrhea.
Just be careful when she achieves it, because she needs to taper it down according to her doctor's advice.
Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications.
Otherwise please close and rate the answer.
Regards,
Dr. Papaqako
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